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Aged Care Jobs in Fitzroy
Aged care jobs in Fitzroy connect verified aged care workers with long-term residents in the suburb's terrace houses, close to St Vincent's Hospital.
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Aged care demand in Fitzroy
Fitzroy has a number of long-term elderly residents who have lived in the area's terrace houses for decades, alongside a growing population in newer apartment developments. Proximity to St Vincent's Hospital supports demand for post-hospital recovery visits alongside ongoing personal care.
Roles available in Fitzroy
Three roles are placed in Fitzroy: Support Workers for personal care, companionship, meal preparation and domestic assistance; Enrolled Nurses for medication administration, wound care and clinical monitoring; and Registered Nurses for complex clinical care, IV therapy and post-hospital recovery support.
What you take home per hour in Fitzroy
Most aged care agencies pay Support Workers $30 to $35 per hour while charging families $85 to $115 per hour for the same person. Nest and Nurture Elder Care takes a flat $20 per hour platform fee instead. Support Workers keep $55 per hour, Enrolled Nurses keep $80 per hour, and Registered Nurses keep $120 per hour -- fixed rates, visible before you accept any booking.
Fitzroy pay reference
Platform fee is a flat $20/hr at every role -- never a percentage.
What you need to join
A minimum Cert III in Individual Support (Ageing) for Support Workers, a current National Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, First Aid and CPR, current flu and COVID vaccinations, an active ABN, public liability insurance and two verified references from care or health roles. Enrolled Nurses need a Diploma of Nursing and current AHPRA registration. Registered Nurses need a Bachelor of Nursing and current AHPRA registration.
Getting around Fitzroy
Tram 11 runs along Brunswick Street and tram 86 along Smith Street, both giving direct access into the CBD in under fifteen minutes. There is no train station directly in Fitzroy, so workers typically travel by tram or car.
Nearby areas covered from Fitzroy
Workers based in Fitzroy often pick up clients in these neighbouring suburbs too:
Why Nest and Nurture Elder Care vs an agency
Every qualification is verified before a profile goes live, and Fitzroy families interview their carer online before any booking is confirmed. Pricing is fixed and visible before you accept a booking, the platform fee stays a flat $20/hr regardless of role, and pay runs automatically every Wednesday for the prior week's work. All care is private pay, booked directly by the family -- no waiting on a government package or funding approval.
Fitzroy aged care jobs FAQ
Are there aged care jobs in Fitzroy?
Yes. Nest and Nurture Elder Care matches verified aged care workers with Fitzroy families for private in-home aged care, including post-hospital support.
Is post-hospital recovery work common in Fitzroy?
Yes, given the suburb's proximity to St Vincent's Hospital, Enrolled and Registered Nurses are in demand for post-hospital recovery and clinical support visits.
What do I need to apply?
A minimum Cert III in Individual Support (Ageing), a current National Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening Check, First Aid and CPR, and current vaccinations. Nurses also need current AHPRA registration.
Verified aged care worker in Fitzroy? Join the team
Support Workers keep $55/hr, ENs $80/hr, RNs $120/hr. Flat $20 platform fee, weekly Wednesday pay, no agency percentage.
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